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A number of aggregate producers are looking to upgrade their plants these days with brand-new equipment. Photo: iStock.com/isabela66

Equipment supply-and-demand conundrums

Manufacturers are getting creative to meet the needs of producers who are increasingly pressed for heavy machinery, processing equipment and parts. Keep Reading

According to Brandeis’ Lee Heffley, the best manufacturer-dealer relationships are the ones where both sides cooperate with one another. Photo courtesy of PamElla Lee Photography

The evolving dealer-producer universe

Producers traditionally rely on dealers for a few key deliverables, but just-in-time expectations are forcing dealers to alter how they uphold their end. Keep Reading

The UltraWash system includes features to simplify maintenance and maximize production, according to McLanahan. Photo courtesy of McLanahan

McLanahan goes modular with wash plant, cone crusher

The company introduced a pair of modular, containerized systems at Bauma 2019 in the UltraWash and UltraCrush. Keep Reading

In his induction remarks, George Sidney characterized the aggregate industry as a noble industry, one that represents a base for everything. “Everything starts with us,” he says, “whether it’s construction aggregate or the mining and mineral processing industries.” Photo by PamElla Lee Photography.

Former McLanahan president reflects on his career journey

George Sidney joined McLanahan as a design engineer before working his way up to president and COO. Now he holds a place in the P&Q Hall of Fame. Keep Reading

The top 20 sand and gravel producers in the nation accounted for nearly 270 million metric tons in 2016, USGS reports. Photo: Kevin Yanik

The ongoing transformation of the aggregate industry

P&Q'S Kevin Yanik details a busy first quarter and offers some perspective on the evolving aggregate industry. Keep Reading

A Caterpillar 777D haul truck operator traverses a pit at Hanson Aggregates’ Bridgeport Plant in Chico, Texas. The plant, in operation since 1956, utilizes a series of 777Ds and other Cat equipment in the pit. Photo courtesy of Lehigh Hanson

Quarry Faces: March 2019

A look around the aggregate industry. Keep Reading

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McLanahan H-Series MAX Screen

This triple-shaft horizontal screen is screen technology that increases operation efficiency by offering a screen with more accurate particle sizing. Keep Reading

To maintain a safe washing operation, walk it daily, train personnel on the proper lockout/tagout procedures associated with equipment, and keep the area around the plant clean. Photo courtesy of McLanahan Corp.

Safety practices to follow around washing, classifying equipment

Keeping your site clean and training operators on safety procedures have long-lasting benefits for your personnel and equipment. Keep Reading

While technology tends to pull job prospects to other industries, many aggregate producers have tech opportunities available that can lead to long-lasting careers. Photo: iStock.com/SeventyFour

Utilizing smart tech

P&Q's Kevin Yanik explores the positive impact the latest tech can have on aggregate operations. Keep Reading

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